Sartori Co., Plymouth, Wis., launched Citrus Ginger BellaVitano, a hand-rubbed cheese made with a unique and exotic blend of spices, including ginger, onion, garlic, red bell pepper and citrus.

Emmi Roth USA, Monroe, Wis., debuted Roth Ultimates, a new line of shredded specialty cheese blends, created to elevate dishes from amateur to restaurateur with minimal prep required.

Bosch Packaging Technology, New Richmond, Wis., announced plans to acquire Osgood Industries, Inc., Oldsmar, Fla., further strengthening its engagement in the North American liquid food industry.

Seattle-based Field Roast Grain Meat Co. launched Chao Slices, dubbed as a "revolutionary" and "game-changing" vegan cheese.

Litehouse ,Inc., Sandpoint, Idaho, announced that effective Dec. 22, 2014, 100% of the company's stock was sold to its employees through an Employee Stock Ownership Plan.

Cheese producer Nuestro Queso LLC, Rosemont, Ill., introduced a new line of Nuestro Yogurt drinkable smoothies.

Tillamook County Creamery Association, Tillamook, Ore., produced what is said to be its oldest cheddar to date.

Canadian dairy cooperative Agropur announced plans to invest more than $55 million in its Weyauwega, Wis., facility to increase its Feta cheese production capacity.

FrieslandCampina announced plans to build a new cheese warehouse in Gerkesklooster, the Netherlands, and refurbish its brine plant that was destroyed in a fire on July 29.

Jarlsberg Cheese, Darien, Conn., introduced Jarlsberg Minis, a snack-size cheese treat.